Bluffton SC News | 36th Annual Bluffton Village Festival

Bluffton Village Festival South Carolina

Published on April 15, 2014

Discover the “center of the universe” in the Lowcountry on Calhoun Street in Bluffton, South Carolina. Originally named Mayfest, the 36th Annual Bluffton Village Festival kicks off the festival season on Saturday May 10, 2014 from 10:00am - 5:00pm and is the place to explore local art and dance like its 1964. Classic Motors is sponsoring the event. Over 200 arts and crafts vendors will be there! Residents living in the surrounding Lowcountry real estate developments can enjoy free admission, parking and shuttle service. Here’s the entertainment line up:

MAIN STAGE:

10am - Sun City Cloggers
11am - Bluffton Dancers
11:30am - Pie Eating Contest
1pm - Ugly Dog Contest
2-3pm - Sun City Strummers

NORTH STAGE:

10am - Bulldog Blues Band
12pm - Willie Cohen
2pm - Howard Duff

SOUTH STAGE:

10am - Chilly Willy Band
12:00pm - Bill Dupont
2pm - Jim Davidson

The surrounding Bluffton gated communities like Hilton Head Lakes are excited about the new spring season and want all their friends to know about what is coming up in the next few weeks in addition to the 36th Annual Bluffton Village Festival.

The weekends start off bright and early for health conscious Baby Boomers living in the Bluffton area. On Thursdays, the fun begins with the weekly Bluffton Farmers Market. Retirees living in the lowcountry real estate developments can get a real taste of what local vendors offer residents in the area. From 2 p.m. - 7 p.m., fresh vegetables, sweet treats, herbal soaps, traditional lemonade stands and beautiful blooms line the historic downtown at Calhoun Street. More than 20 vendors bring their goodies to the Bluffton Farmers Market each week. Shopping at local farmers markets has become the new boomer craze and Bluffton’s is a charmer. Baby Boomers living in Hilton Head Lakes have the perfect opportunity to stock up on fresh produce, one of a kind gifts and have fun excuse to enjoy downtown Bluffton with their Lowcountry neighbors.

Another activity that will knock the socks off of Baby Boomers who love to dance the night away is a Fun at Harbour Town on Hilton Head Island. Since March 31st 2014, Greg Russell has been entertaining residents of Lowcountry real estate developments and visitors with his nightly shows of music, jokes and games. The well-known artist of the area starts his performances just before dusk under the old oak tree in Harbour Town. The Fun at Harbour Town next scheduled performance begins on May 23rd at 8:00 p.m. and the Hilton Head Lakes homeowners are excited to share the Lowcountry life with their visiting friends and family.

Home is not far from the Mayfest downtown festivities for residents at Hilton Head Lakes. This Bluffton gated community is 4,700 acres of gentle topography and its own boatable lakes. With gorgeous sweeping landscapes, lakefront properties and resort-style amenities, Hilton Head Lakes is catching the attention of relocating retirees everywhere. Check out more of what Hilton Head Lakes has to offer:

18-Hole Championship Golf Course open to the public
Hilton Head Lakes golf Pro Shop
The Cafe at Hilton Head Lakes Pub & Grille
State-of-the-art Citness Center
Beach-entry Swimming Pool
More than 12 miles of scenic Walking Trails

Besides the fun outdoor amenities, Hilton Head Lakes is wowing buyers even more with their affordable impressive home designs. Hilton Head Lakes recommends their preferred home builder, Citizen Homes. This Bluffton homebuilding team provides expert advice, quality service and superior home designs to everyone who walks through their doors. Check out a few of the Hilton Head Lakes homes featured by Citizen Homes for 2014:

COOPER – The Colleton Collection – This 2-story home is 2,321 sq. ft of comfort. Complete with a sunroom, study and spacious “bonus room,” this design is perfect for the the retiree who likes to have regular visits from family and friends.
SANTEE – The Hampton Collection – This designs offers options for homeowners who like to customize their living quarters. This home features a sunroom, optional screened or covered porch and choice of 2 – 4 bedrooms, and more amenities to add to the design.
OKATIE – The Jasper Collection – 1,920 sq. ft of country charm will make any retiree smile when they build this home. The adorable breakfast nook, deluxe bathroom and bonus loft options are ideal for Baby Boomers looking for simplistic elegance.
CHECHESSE – The Lakeside Collection – This 1298 sq ft. design is fit for a king with high ceilings, optional fireplace and media amenities, spectacular Owner’s Suite, study and impressive garage space.
MACKAY – The Lakeside Collection – It is 1715 sq ft. of pure bliss. Homeowners who want to plenty of storage, an eat-in kitchen and views from a sunroom and screen porch will fall in love with this design immediately.

If you’re searching for Bluffton gated communities and Lowcountry real estate developments, why not tour Hilton Head Lakes while you're at Mayfest and tell them we sent you.

Call Hilton Head Lakes direct at 843.784.5253 or email.